The Monsoon: India's Climate Rhythm

India’s entire climate is actually controlled by a massive atmospheric U-turn. It is called the

Monsoon, but it is not just about rain; it is about the wind literally flipping direction

halfway through the year. In summer, winds rush in from the ocean to the

land, bringing all that moisture. In winter, they reverse and

blow dry air out to sea. The contrasts are insane, with deserts hitting

50 degrees while the mountains freeze at minus 45. Yet, this chaotic wind

system is the single thing that unites the whole country, dictating everything from farming to

festivals. It is the rhythm everyone lives by.